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  1. Walkers on the 50 walking route in Telford surrounded by bluebells
    A week-long celebration of walking, wellbeing and the great outdoors.
    1. A festival-style evening with live music, food and after-dark animal encounters.
      1. Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.
        1. 24 Jun 2026
        2. 16 Sep 2026
        3. 11 Nov 2026
      2. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
        1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
      3. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
        1. 12 Jul 2026
      4. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
        Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
        1. 28 Aug 202630 Aug 2026

      Things To Do Highlights

      Various breads including sourdough, focaccia, hot cross buns, Shropshire butter bun, cinnamon knot, tiger bread

      A bread making school in Ironbridge with in-person and online classes teaching you how to make…

      Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

      A wild day out for all ages

      Young girl enjoying using the high ropes course.

      Take on the challenge of 36 different obstacles set over 2 levels, test your nerves on the lower…

      Telford Ice Rink - skaters on the ice

      Telford Ice Rink is located in the heart of bustling Southwater. A great day out for all ages with…

      Buildwas Abbey

      Visit the impressive ruins of Buildwas Abbey,  a Cistercian abbey, that retains its 12th century…

      ODEON Luxe Telford

      ODEON Telford offers film magic, luxury seating and cinema favourites.

      Wroxeter Roman Cityu

      Discover urban-living 2,000 years ago at Viriconium (Wroxeter) - once the fourth largest city in…

      Exterior of Southwater Library illuminated in with purple lights

      Southwater Library is on the first floor in Southwater One, an iconic gold building located in the…

      Telford Ice Rink - skaters on the ice

      Telford Ice Rink is located in the heart of bustling Southwater. A great day out for all ages with…

      English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

      Lilleshall Abbey is a 12th-century Augustinian Abbey in peaceful rural setting close to the…

      Telford Town Park

      Telford Town Park is a multi award-winning park located in the heart of Telford and close to…

      Wellington Orbit

      Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

      Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

      Daisy Askins offers workshops in willow weaving and basketmaking in the Ironbridge Gorge.

      Wellington Orbit

      Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

      Golf Course

      HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Par 72, 18 hole championship golf course 6741 yard course Designed by renowned…

      Small Woods

      Small Woods are the national charitable organisation who stand for sustainable woods alive with…

      Off exploring Ropewalk

      Severn Gorge Countryside Trust is an independent Charitable Trust and Limited Company. The Trust…

      Airea51 main arena

      AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

      Footpath through woodland

      Walking is a fantastic way to explore the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site whether you’re a…

      Frankly Farm Tours

      Intimate and personal animal encounters that are frankly unforgettable, in a beautiful setting.

      Telford Town Park Waterplay

      Looking for something a little different to do next time you visit Telford Town Park? Why not visit…

      Young people playing adventure golf on a sunny day

      Adventure Golf is set within the heart of Telford Town Park, the whole family can join in for this…

      Weston Park House & Gardens

      Welcome to 1,000 acres of wonderful Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland…

      What's On Highlights

      Parklands Festival

      Three days of electronic music at Telford Town Park QEII Arena

      Openings

      Season

      19th June 2026-21st June 2026
      Jeeves and Wooster in 'Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves'

      A classic comedy adventure, part of Telford Theatre on Tour.

      Openings

      Season

      22nd July 2026
      International Primate Day

      Celebrate International Primate Weekend with activities and the new Primate Experience at Hoo Zoo.

      Openings

      Season

      5th September 2026-6th September 2026
      Willow garden decorations workshop

      A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a dragonfly and bird feeder.

      Openings

      Season

      14th June 2026
      Who can see beyond the hate and dare to follow their heart?

      Part of the Telford Theatre on Tour summer programme.

      Openings

      Season

      21st June 2026
      Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena

      Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday

      Openings

      Season

      28th August 2026-30th August 2026
      Spirit, Spice + Chocolate Festival

      Something deliciously different is coming to Weston Park later this year

      Openings

      10am - 8pm

      5th September 2026
      Weston Park Air Show International

      World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.

      Openings

      8am -

      19th June 2026-21st June 2026
      An illustration of a woolly mammoth with Nigel's headshot inserted

      Experience Prehistoric Park with Nigel Marven LIVE at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, where the…

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      29th August 2026-30th August 2026
      Hickory's Smokehouse Quiz Night

      Monthly quiz night at Hickory’s Telford with great food, friendly rivalry and a £50 prize.

      Openings

      First Monday of every month

      4th May 2027
      Comic Con Midlands

      Star guests, cosplay, panels and family fun at Telford International Centre

      Openings

      Season

      5th September 2026-6th September 2026
      Wolf Awareness Weekend

      Discover wolves at Hoo Zoo with activities and insights into their behaviour and pack life.

      Openings

      Season

      15th August 2026-16th August 2026
      International Lynx Day

      A special opportunity to get closer to these elusive cats.

      Openings

      Season

      13th June 2026
      Reindeer sculpture workshop

      Create a festive willow reindeer in this beginner-friendly weaving workshop.

      Openings

      Season

      6th December 2026
      Santa & Mrs Claus: Festive Fun at Hoo Zoo

      Meet Santa & Mrs Claus at Hoo Zoo with festive crafts, gifts and dinosaur fun.

      Openings

      Season

      5th December 2026-23rd December 2026
      World Snake Weekend

      A chance to face your fears, learn something new, and see snakes in a whole new light.

      Openings

      Season

      18th July 2026-19th July 2026
      Berry Basket Workshop

      A beginner’s basketmaking course creating a small round willow basket.

      Openings

      Season

      1st November 2026
      Doggy brunch at Hickory's Smokehouse

      A pawsome Doggy Brunch with a scenic walk.

      Openings

      10am

      6th June 2026
      Lunch with Weston's Head Gardener

      Enjoy a seasonal garden tour with Head Gardener Anna Krapivina, followed by lunch.

      Openings

      Season

      24th June 2026

      Season

      16th September 2026

      Season

      11th November 2026
      Krazy Races

      A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

      Openings

      10am - 4pm

      12th July 2026
      A wild west gun shooter pictured in full costume

       Yeehaw, partner! Saddle up for a Wild West Weekend at Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

      Openings

      10am - 5pm

      4th July 2026-5th July 2026
      The Wind In The Willows

      Open-air Wind in the Willows at Telford Town Park.

      Openings

      Season

      23rd July 2026
      Polynesian Party

      A vibrant Polynesian Party at Hoo Zoo with themed activities and family‑friendly fun.

      Openings

      Season

      18th July 2026-19th July 2026
      Foraging basket workshop

      Learn willow weaving and make a rustic frame basket for everyday use.

      Openings

      Season

      20th September 2026

      Where to Stay Highlights

      voco Telford Ironbridge

      Contemporary Telford hotel with leisure facilities, dining and easy access to local landmarks.

      Ironbridge Holidays

      Welcome to Ironbridge Holidays, a premier collection of self catering  accommodation in the famous…

      The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

      There are 6 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms in the connected Georgian House, with the large…

      Master Suite

      Spa and golf retreat overlooking the Ironbridge Gorge in Telford. Our Telford Hotel & Golf Resort,…

      Temple of Diana

      A stay on the estate gives guests the chance to truly enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the…

      The Hundred House Hotel

      Award winning Restaurant & Gardens with 10 individually styled en suite rooms. Always a friendly…

      Priory Cottage Stable Wing

      Self Catering cottage in the heart of Much Wenlock, 5 miles from Ironbridge. Attractive listed…

      The Malthouse Rooms

      Located beside the River Severn in the village of Ironbridge Gorge, the lively Malthouse boasts 12…

      Front of Venue

      Best Western Valley Hotel is a Country House hotel situated in the heart of the UNESCO World…

      The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

      Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge…

      Puddle Duck Cottages

      Award winning luxury self-catering holiday cottages that have been featured as one of the top…

      The Barn Lees Farm - The Annex

      Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site…

      TEL;Scouts Meadow

      Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge, Scout's Meadow is tucked away through…

      Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

      Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House is set in the quiet village of Coalbrookdale, just a mile from the…

      The White Hart

      Sitting on the Banks of the River Severn in the heart of the World Heritage Site of Ironbridge…

      Moreton Hall Farm Self Catering Cottages

      Moreton Hall Farm is an equisite 19th century working farm with self catering cottages, in Newport,…

      Badgers Wood

      Stay at Badgers Wood – Your Woodland Retreat Beside Hoo Zoo Nestled within a peaceful private…

      Hadley Park House

      Hadley Park House Hotel is an award-winning four-star luxury hotel and wedding venue in Telford.…

      The outside of The Summer House

      The Summer Houses is a unique and romantic Grade II listed tower and the perfect choice for a…

      Coalport Station Holidays

      Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages…

      YHA Coalbrookdale

      YHA Ironbridge Coalbrookdale is located within the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, home to 10…

      Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

      Spectacular Views of the World's First Iron Bridge - Stay in an Award winning Holiday Home in…

      News and blog

      Inspiration

      1. New voco hotel opens in Telford

        The Southwater Event Group, (SEG) today announces that the Holiday Inn Telford-Ironbridge has officially rebranded to voco Telford Ironbridge.

        14 May 2026
      2. National Trust to reopen Ironbridge Gorge sites in phases from spring 2026

        The National Trust has confirmed further details on the phased reopening of Ironbridge Gorge sites, with several key attractions set to welcome visitors from May.

        29 Apr 2026
      3. XscapeNow launches new 'Sultan's Secret' attraction

        A six-figure immersive experience, a 90-minute adventure with live actors, and a UK-first finale set to put Telford firmly on the map.

        20 Apr 2026
      4. RAF Museum Midlands joint top of Which's best UK museums list

        The RAF Museum Midlands is proud to announce it has been awarded Which? Recommended Provider status in the prestigious ‘Best Museums and Galleries in the UK’ category.

        14 Apr 2026
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